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Lot 1206: Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Carbine/Union Rifle

Fine Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine/Union Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Lot 1206: Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Carbine/Union Rifle

Fine Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine/Union Rifle

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: August 24, 2024

Estimated Price: $2,250 - $4,000
Price Realized:
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Fine Civil War Gwyn & Campbell Type II Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine/Union Rifle

Manufacturer: Gwyn & Campbell
Model: Union
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 52
Barrel: 20 inch part octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1526
Item Interest: Average
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 200
Class: Antique
Description:

Gwyn & Campbell manufactured around 8,200 of the Type I and Type II carbines in 1863 and 1864, and the carbines were primarily issued to a variety of Midwestern units during the Civil War. "UNION/RIFLE" marked on right of frame, lock marked "GWYN & CAMPBELL" in an arch over "PATENT/1862/HAMILTON. O", boxed script "WHR" cartouche stamped on the left wrist, and small "WHR" inspection initials on top ahead of the buttplate tang. Mixed serial numbers on the components. With an O.B. North & Co. saddle ring hook.

Rating Definition:

Fine, retains 70% original blue finish on the barrel, 50% plus original case colors, 30% original niter blue finish, with light to mild freckling on the balance. Stock is excellent with some light scratches, dents, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.



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